Form Your New York LLC
Build your business in the Empire State with access to the world's largest financial center, unmatched brand prestige, and a massive consumer market
Filed in New York
The Empire State · NY
- State filing fee$200
- Processing time7-14 business days
- Our formation feeFree (you pay $100 if you choose a paid plan)
- Annual report$9 (biennial) — due Anniversary month, every two years
- State tax rate6.5%-7.25% corporate franchise tax
- Expedited option24 hours (+$25)
Form your New York LLC — pay only the state filing fee, nothing more.
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Everything to launch your New York LLC
Free formation means you pay only the $200 state filing fee. All core services are included at no extra charge.
Articles of Organization filing
We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization to the New York Department of State, Division of Corporations.
Registered agent
Required in New York — we act as your agent for the first year.
EIN from the IRS
Your federal Tax ID — required to open a US business bank account and file taxes.
Operating agreement
Required in New York — we prepare your operating agreement.
Benefits of forming an LLC in New York
New York offers unparalleled access to the world's largest financial center, a massive consumer market, and global business connectivity. While costs are higher due to publication requirements and the cost of living, the prestige, market access, and talent pool are unmatched anywhere in the world.
Access to the world's largest financial center
Unmatched brand prestige of a New York business address
Massive consumer market of 20+ million people
World-class talent pool across all industries
Global business connectivity and networking
Strong legal protections for LLC members
Key features of a New York LLC
- Publication requirement in two newspapers
- Operating Agreement legally required
- World's largest financial center
- Low biennial report fee ($9)
Major industries in New York
Form your New York LLC in 6 steps
We handle every step while you stay in the loop. Processing takes 7-14 business days.
- 01
Choose Your LLC Name
Your name must include 'Limited Liability Company,' 'LLC,' or 'L.L.C.' Check availability through the New York Department of State's business entity database.
- 02
Appoint a Registered Agent
New York requires a registered agent with a physical address in the state to accept legal documents. The Secretary of State can serve as your agent.
- 03
File Articles of Organization
Submit your Articles of Organization to the New York Department of State, Division of Corporations. The filing fee is $200. Online filing is available.
- 04
Publish Notice of Formation
Within 120 days of formation, you must publish a notice in two newspapers (one daily, one weekly) in the county where your LLC is located for six consecutive weeks. Costs range from $300 to $2,000+.
- 05
Create an Operating Agreement
New York legally requires LLCs to have a written Operating Agreement. This document must outline the rights, powers, and duties of all members.
- 06
Obtain an EIN
Apply for a free EIN from the IRS for tax filing, banking, and hiring employees.
New York LLC costs at a glance
Kicker formation is free — you pay only the required state fees. No hidden charges.
Publication required. New York requires you to publish a notice of LLC formation in a local newspaper. Estimated cost: $300-$2,000+.
New York LLC requirements checklist
Everything you need to form and maintain a New York LLC in 2026.
- File Articles of Organization with NY Department of State ($200)
- Publish notice of formation in two newspapers within 120 days
- File Certificate of Publication after publication is complete
- Create a written Operating Agreement (legally required)
- Appoint a registered agent in New York
- Obtain an EIN and register for NY taxes
Filing information
- Formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Filing agency
- New York Department of State, Division of Corporations
- Registered agent
- Required
- Operating agreement
- Required
- EIN
- Required
- Name reservation fee
- $20 (60 days)
Free formation — pay only the state fee
Kicker formation is free. You pay the $200 New York state filing fee and nothing more for the Starter plan. Optional plans add registered agent, EIN, operating agreement, and compliance.
Starter
- Articles of Organization filing
- Name availability check
- Digital document delivery
- Formation status tracking
Booster
- Everything in Starter
- Registered agent (required in New York)
- EIN / Federal Tax ID
- Expedited processing (1–2 days)
- Operating agreement
- Priority support
- Kicker Voice — 3-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 15 days
Founder
- Everything in Booster
- Business mailing address
- Bookkeeping — 3 months free
- Dedicated account manager
- Rush processing
- Kicker Voice — 6-day free trial
- Kicker Pay — free for 30 days
Kicker
- Everything in Founder
- ITIN filing & preparation
- Same-day priority processing
- 2nd year annual filing $0
- Kicker Voice 12-day + Kicker Pay 60 days free
Compare all plans on our pricing page.
New York LLC questions, answered
Common questions about forming an LLC in New York. Can't find an answer? Talk to our team.
How much does it cost to form an LLC in New York?
The state filing fee is $200. The publication requirement costs $300-$2,000+ depending on the county. The biennial report is only $9. Our service fee starts at $100 plus state fees.
What is the publication requirement in New York?
Within 120 days of formation, you must publish a notice in two newspapers (one daily, one weekly) in your LLC's county for six consecutive weeks. After publication, you file a Certificate of Publication ($50) with the Department of State.
Is an Operating Agreement required in New York?
Yes. New York is one of the few states that legally requires LLCs to have a written Operating Agreement. It must be adopted within 90 days of filing the Articles of Organization.
Why form an LLC in New York despite higher costs?
New York offers access to the world's largest financial center, a massive consumer market of 20+ million people, unmatched brand prestige, world-class talent, and global business connectivity.
How often do New York LLCs file reports?
New York LLCs file biennial (every two years) reports during the anniversary month. The fee is only $9, one of the lowest in the nation.
Can I reduce the publication cost?
Publication costs vary significantly by county. New York City (Manhattan) is the most expensive. Some LLCs choose to register in a county with lower publication costs, such as Albany or other upstate counties.
New York government filing resources
Filing fees for common LLC services
Official New York state charges for the filings you may need after formation — our service fee is separate, and we confirm the current amount before filing.
Fee VARIES by entity type: LLC $20 and business corporation $20, but not-for-profit corporation is $10.
$25 per certificate, flat regardless of entity type (does NOT vary by entity type).
Learn more$10 per document for a certified copy - flat PER DOCUMENT, NOT per page (page count does not change cost).
$10 per document.
New York has a state + local sales tax, so vendors must register.
Learn more$30 filing fee under Section 211-A(a) of the Limited Liability Company Law to make, revoke, or change the designation of a registered agent.
Learn moreNew York LLCs are NOT subject to dissolution by proclamation, so there is no LLC 'reinstatement' filing.
Learn moreEverything you need to run your New York LLC
Formation is the first step — stay compliant and operational with these services.
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